Winter is my favorite season. What beats hot coffee, comfy clothes, blankets, and movie nights with snow falling outside your window? I will say that the past snow storm has definitely made me question myself and loving winter, but there are so many beautiful things winter has to offer. Here are reasons why you should take advantage of winter!
- Health Advantages
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Research shows that simply just being cold can burn more calories. Also, professionals have said that the colder weather can help fight off germs which was an interesting fact to me. During the winter I still sleep with my fan on (please tell me I am not the only one) and sleeping in a cold room can actually improve your quality of sleep.
- Cold weather can bring you closer to people
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The cold weather makes us spend more time with family and friends indoors. Some great ideas to hangout with friends or family when you are trapped inside is to play board games, card games, puzzle, and start a new TV show!
- Holiday time
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Even though the holidays have already passed, you can still look back and reminisce on any holiday that you celebrate with your family and New Year’s. It is a known fact that people are much happier during the winter holidays, and this could be due to Christmas spirit!
- Try a new hobby
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Not being able to go outside and enjoy the warm weather is definitely a downer, but winter gives you the opportunity to try a new hobby. One hobby I picked up is cooking new meals. There are many great recipes online and I have improved my cooking skills.
- Change your perspective
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Although many people feel like their mental health declines due to the lack of sun, there are actually benefits to your mental health. You have time to rest, recharge, and try new activities. It is all about how you view winter. Instead of saying “this cold weather sucks I can’t do anything”, try to think of the positives of winter and appreciate all of the things I mentioned above.
Even if you are counting down the days until warmer weather, try to take a step back and see all that winter has to offer. I hope you can appreciate winter just as much as I do after reading this article!